Casey Muhlhauser
Burlington,Washington
Summary
Committed Machinist/Manager with a strong manufacturing background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing work flow, product quality and team building. I've worked from the shop floor up to management and believe that gives me the skills and experience to help mentor new employees to kick off their careers in the manufacturing industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cell Manager - Machine Shop
Janicki Industries
09.2015 - Current
- Improved employee engagement through regular communication, addressing concerns promptly and fostering a positive work environment.
- Enhanced cell production efficiency by implementing process improvements and streamlining workflows.
- Conducted root cause analyses for process deviations, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries of finished products.
- Mentor and monitor new employees, introducing them into the manufacturing trade.
- Led cost reduction efforts through the identification of inefficiencies and implementation of cost-saving measures in the cell production process.
- Managed a team of technicians to ensure optimal cell production, maintaining high safety standards and strict adherence to protocols.
- Developed training programs for new hires, resulting in increased productivity and knowledge retention.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance activities on equipment, minimizing downtime due to unexpected breakdowns or repairs.
Machinist/NC Programmer
Aeronautical Testing Service
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
Machine Bay Operator III
Janicki Industries
10.2007 - 09.2012
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burlington-Edison High School
Burlington, WA06.2007
Skills
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Health and safety compliance
- Customer Focus
- Employee Training
- Scheduling Management
- Critical Thinking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Decision-Making
- Operational Efficiency
- Operating Budgets
- Team Management
Timeline
Cell Manager - Machine Shop
Janicki Industries
09.2015 - Current
Machinist/NC Programmer
Aeronautical Testing Service
09.2012 - 08.2015
Machine Bay Operator III
Janicki Industries
10.2007 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Burlington-Edison High School
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